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Qatar offers on-board couriers

Qatar Airways Cargo has launched an on-board courier service for door-to-door and time-critical shipments. The new QR On-Board Courier service will be rolled out across the carrier’s global network on 1 August. Dedicated couriers accompany each shipment from collection to delivery direct to the recipient and the Qatar Airways Cargo team take care of everything from flight reservations to entry requirements and customs regulations anywhere in the world. Qatar Airways Cargo ... [+]

Qatar takes a tenth of British Airways

Qatar Airways has acquired a 9.99% stake in IAG, the airline group comprising British Airways, Iberia and Vueling. The Middle East carrier said it would consider increasing its stake, although non-EU shareholdings of European carriers are capped. Qatar, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance, said the acquisition would be “an ... [+]

Qatar doubles up Delhi freighter

Qatar Airways Cargo has added a second A330 freighter service from its home hub in Doha to Delhi following introduction of its first service on 4 May. The Middle East carrier also completed the transition to a fully automated cargo terminal at Hamad International Airport when it moved to the ... [+]

Qatar confirms big 777 order

Qatar Airways and Boeing finalised an order for 50 777-9Xs aircraft at the Farnborough Airshow on 16 July, first announced as a commitment at the 2013 Dubai Airshow. It also committed to 50 additional 777-9X purchase rightsand announced its intent to order four 777 Freighters and options for four more. [+]

IAG launches Hong Kong freighter

IAG Cargo has started its new five times per week freighter service between Hong Kong and London Stansted operated by a Qatar Airways Boeing 777F. CEO Steve Gunning said it marked an important new chapter in the carrier's history. The new service replaces freighters previously leased from Global Supply Systems. ... [+]

Losses at Cargolux

All-cargo carrier Cargolux – 35% owned by since June last year - made a net loss of US$ 18.3 million compared to a US$ 59.8 million profit in 2010. Chairman Albert Wildgen said it was difficult to pinpoint one specific reason. Factors included excess capacity in the market, steadily ... [+]